5 Reasons Why Black Seed Is The Remedy For Everything!

Black seeds, also referred to as Roman coriander, black caraway or black cumin, are a product of the Nigella Sativa plant, native to Europe, India, and Arabia.

The seeds have been used for centuries to cure a wide range of health issues going from curing headaches and toothaches to fighting intestinal worms and infections.

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These tiny black seeds have even been called “The Remedy For Everything But Death”, and researchers are still unraveling more uses and benefits as we speak. A special oil is extracted from the seeds which is used in the preparation of various medical formulas. I’ll list the most important ones for you here.

Heart Health

Black seed oil shows some great results in improving your overall heart health. It can reduce bad or LDL cholesterol, lowers blood pressure and reduces the risk of heart attacks.

Further reading: read these articles about 10 simple and effective ways to lower cholesterol naturally, how to reduce high blood pressure naturally and 10 signs for heart attack never to ignore.

Type II Diabetes

Consuming black seed oil aids people to stabilize blood sugar levels, improves insulin resistance, and promotes beta-cell function in the pancreas. According to a study published in the January 2009 issue of the “Journal of Ethnopharmacology, black seed extracts help inhibit the absorption of glucose in the intestines and improve glucose tolerance in laboratory animals. Another article in the April 2011 issue of the “Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism” reaffirms that a component found in black seeds increases the insulin sensitivity of liver cells, which helps prevent type 2 diabetes.

Epilepsy

Black seeds have anticonvulsive properties and can reduce the frequency of seizures in people, especially children, who are diagnosed with epilepsy.

Asthma

Black seed oil can aid people with asthma. Some studies even claim it to be more potential than the conventional medicine to reduce the asthmatic effect on the airways. The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of black seed oil relaxes bronchial muscles and helps people fight acute asthma attacks and coughs. You could massage the oil straight on your chest or add a teaspoon to a cup of ginger tea to find instant relieve.

Cold And Flu

Due to Its anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial properties, black seeds are an effective treatment to cure the flu and colds. They soothe a sore throat, reduce fever, and ease digestive issues such as nausea, upset stomach, and cramps. When you feel the first symptoms, mix ½ teaspoon of fresh ginger with ½ teaspoon black seed oil, use twice a day until symptoms disappear.